Where will you find your smile in the Cayman Islands? Here, over 135 different nationalities are waiting to welcome visitors with warmth. Wherever you find your smile, you'll find ours. A world away. Just one hour from Miami.

For the underwater adventurers, Cayman Brac’s warm waters provide awe inspiring wall dives, shallow diving and wreck diving at all levels and interest, making for a dream Caribbean dive vacation. All ages can enjoy some of the most popular Caribbean diving locations here with us on Cayman Brac.

Check out this round-up in USA TODAY ..."Not only is the diving superb, it also offers a range of activities from snorkeling to advanced tech-diving to just hanging out on the beach"
What's you favorite dive spot in Cayman?

Tonight is the kick off for Cayman Mardi Gras 2015. Lots of food and fun for the whole family, with the Hard Rock Firework Show at 8PM and the Swanky Kitchen Band playing for your musical enjoyment! If you're on island, this is an event you will not want to miss!

If you are on island this week and want to experience true Caymanian culture, make sure and come out to the Ag show this Wednesday. Visit with local vendors, take the kids through the petting zoo, and satisfy your appetite with one of a kind Caymanian cooking! See you there...!

The Cayman Islands is proud to be the first in the region to have a Love Lock Wall thanks to Celebrations Cayman. This wall at Camana Bay is located on the Paseo. Part proceeds from padlocks purchased at their store will go to Cayman Heart Fund.

Hey Chicago-land, Cayman Airways Ltd. invites you to color winter’s grey skies with the blues of Cayman. Book now and you will enjoy exceptionally low fares when you fly non-stop from Chicago (ORD).
https://www.caymanairways.com/NewTripsChicago

Hey New York, Cayman Airways Ltd. invites you to color winter’s grey skies with the blues of Cayman. Book now and you will enjoy exceptionally low fares when you fly non-stop from New York (JFK).
www.caymanairways.com/NewTripsNYC

Picture yourself in The Cayman Islands… literally! Upload a photo of yourself or of a a group to the #MyCaymanTable gallery and see which Cayman table frame you receive. After uploading, you’ll automatically be entered to win a trip to The Cayman Islands! Enter here: http://bit.ly/1DQtNS7

Hey JFK travellers, Delta Vacations is making it easier than ever to escape the winter’s cold for the sun and sea in the Cayman Islands with savings and nonstop service. By booking a Cayman Islands getaway, you’ll be eligible for up to $250 off per booking as well as 2,000 bonus miles per person.

St Lawrence Sports International in conjunction with, the Collegiate Development
Football League, the Cayman Island Ministry of Tourism and Sports, Team America, and Cayman Airlines are proud bring first annual “Cayman Kickoff Classic”
International Scout Bowl, will be held January 10, 2015 at Bodden Stadium.This is first International game of American style football ever played on Grand Cayman. It features top international free-agents and former NFL players representing “Team America” in a unique International showcase game. The “Cayman Kickoff Classic” game serves to promote the sport of American football in the Cayman Islands, as well as provide opportunity for Cayman players to participate. In addition, “Team America” players and coaches will provide instruction for local youth in the sports of football via a pre game clinic at Bodden stadium.

With a population of less than 170, most of Little Cayman remains uninhabited. Only ten miles long and one mile wide, this island getaway offers you a rare combination of sun drenched solitude, glistening beaches, and miles of untouched tropical wilderness.

Win a trip to the culinary capital of the Caribbean! Take a selfie or group shot, upload it to our gallery, see gourmet frame your photo will appear in, and automatically enter to win a trip to The Cayman Islands! Enter here: http://bit.ly/1DQtNS7

Which dog doesn’t need a #CaymanWoofcation? Join us this Saturday in Tampa, Florida for the Barkarilla Charity Event and enter for a chance to win air transport on Cayman Airways Ltd. to the Cayman Islands. Visit http:// bit.ly/caymanwoofcation for more information

Hey New York! Book a Cayman Islands getaway with Delta Vacations and you’ll be eligible for up to $250 off per booking as well as 2,000 bonus miles per person. Enjoy nonstop service from JFK to Grand Cayman. With such convenience, it’s as clear as the Cayman Islands crystal blue waters where you should plan your next escape.

The Cayman Islands are giving thanks this weekend to honor the island's heritage and culture, as well as marking the passage of the hurricane season.
Cayman Thanksgiving is an inclusive celebration that provides everyone the opportunity to experience the Caymanian heritage and culture. The celebration portrays Caymanian values through the power of family, community and the desire to give thanks for the blessings of life.

Named for its breathtaking 140 ft bluff, the “Brac” is a rugged and charming 14 square miles and provides adventure seekers and nature lovers with the opportunity to get up close and personal with some of our islands’ most dramatic scenery, exotic flora and fauna.

Gimistory 2014
Saturday, Nov 29 - Saturday December 6
The Cayman Islands International Storytelling Festival, GIMISTORY, which began in 1998, is acclaimed by many who have attended storytelling festivals in North America, the UK and elsewhere, as being among the best in the world. Audiences fill the picturesque venues - beaches, backyards and parks - to enjoy this annual festival which has become the official start of Cayman's "winter" season.

Garnish your getaway with celebrated chefs in the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean this coming January 15-18, 2015 at the world-renowned Cayman Cookout. Tickets on sale now! 2015.http://www.caymanislands.ky/eventsoffers/caymancookout.aspx

Attention Engage! Luxury Wedding Business Summits Attendees -The official countdown has begun… only 3 more days until you are enjoying all that is Caymankind! #Engage14 http://caymanislands.engage14.net/

On island? Come celebrate Pirates Week West Bay Heritage Day. West Bay is a charming, mostly residential district with winding roads, pretty Caribbean–style homes and some of Cayman’s most popular attractions including the Cayman Turtle Farm where you can encounter nature and wildlife. Walk across the street and you can interact, swim and kiss the dolphins at one of the two dolphin parks and a few steps down the road. Learn more about Pirates Week Heritage Days by visiting http://www.piratesweekfestival.com/heritage-days/

Pirates Week East End Heritage day is today! If you're on-island, come join in the fun in the beautiful district of East End make sure to get a plate of delicious island cuisine! Learn more about Pirates Week Heritage Days by visiting http://www.piratesweekfestival.com/heritage-days/

Get a running start on the week when you register for the Intertrust Cayman Islands Marathon on December 7, 2014. Acclaimed athlete and author Bart Yasso will be competing—will you? http://www.caymanislandsmarathon.com

It's not too late to enjoy #RestaurantMonth in the Cayman Islands. If you're on-island during the month, now is the perfect time to sample Cayman's finest cuisine at value-for-money fixed prices. PLUS share with the world your culinary joy and you will have a chance to win an air ticket courtesy of Cayman Airways Ltd. Visit www.caymanislands.ky/restmonth14 for details.

Meet Nina and her bunny Nicola! Nina is one of our favorite local talent offering locally made natural products. Such a hidden treasure located in Bodden Town. Her soaps, lotions, hair products and scrubs makes coming into this store a sweet treat! And guess what ... She ships as well! Email her for more information: Beachbubblescayman@hotmail.com

Tickets are now on sale for Cayman Cookout 2015! Indulge with us as host Eric Ripert joins celebrated chefs, sommeliers, and mixologists to serve up spectacular dishes & experiences -all with a side of the most delectable crystal blue views. For more information and to purchase tickets today, visit www.caymancookout.com.

October marks #RestaurantMonth in the Cayman Islands. If you're on-island during the month, now is the perfect time to sample Cayman's finest cuisine at value-for-money fixed prices. PLUS share with the world your culinary joy and you will have a chance to win an air ticket courtesy of Cayman Airways Ltd. Visit www.caymanislands.ky/restmonth14 for details.

Each year the Cayman Islands is thrilled, and extremely proud, to host the International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame,an event
that honours a sport that blossomed in our country. Tomorrow evening the organization will induct 6 individuals into this year's class. These inductees share distinguished backgrounds and notable achievements, including elevating the worldwide prominence of international dive destinations, promoting a safer and friendlier dive community and capturing the underwater world through images and film. http://scubadivinghalloffame.com/Induction.html

Hey Philly-area friends. Will we be seeing you this winter? With non-stop #USAirways service and flight times less than 4 hours, now is the time to book! https://www.usairwaysvacations.com/destinations/caribbean/cayman-islands.html

Craving an epic epicurean experience? Indulge at Cayman Cookout as host Eric Ripert joins celebrated chefs, sommeliers, and mixologists to serve up spectacular dishes-all with a side of the most delectable crystal blue views.
TICKETS GO ON SALE OCTOBER 15, 2014
For more information, visit www.caymancookout.com

World-renowned travel expert Richard Bangs just named Cayman Airways Ltd. one of his picks for '8 Great Airlines for 2015'. Check out the article here ow.ly/Cf4OC and Bangs' profile on the airline below.

Ahoy, land lubbers! Dust off yer eye patch and shiver yer timbers! It is Pirates Week in the Cayman Islands November 6 - 14. Don't miss the mock-pirate 'invasion' from the sea as pirates takeover downtown George Town and capture the 'Governor'. The festival continues all week with parades, costume contests, music, street dancing, competitions, Heritage Days and fireworks.
For more information, visit www.caymanislands.ky/piratesweek

A big congratulations goes out to Jay T. of Minnesota. Jay is the Grand Prize winner of our 2014 Daily Trivia Challenge.Jay and a lucky guest will receive a 5 night stay at the The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa and air transportation courtesy of Cayman Airways Ltd. Thank you all for participating!

Congratulations to Kevin D. of Belgrade, Montana. Kevin is the winner of the recent #FlyHappy promotion. Thank you all for your submissions. Stay tuned for more exciting giveaways and contests.http://www.caymanislands.ky/flyhappy.aspx

There are many nationalities in Cayman Islands… but exactly how many? Answer today’s Trivia Challenge for the chance to win a gift bag or the grand prize of a trip to the Cayman Islands!
Enter here: http://bit.ly/1l2o0QV

Enjoy a comfortable and quick, hour long flight from Miami to Grand Cayman for a price that is as pleasant as the experience. Affordable airfare, complimentary Rum Punches and 2 free checked bags makes flying with Cayman Airways a dream come true...http://bit.ly/FlyHappytoday

Think you know it all when it comes to diving in Cayman Islands? Answer today’s Trivia Challenge to find out! If answered correctly you could win a gift bag or a trip to the Cayman Islands!
Enter here: http://bit.ly/1l2o0QV

Argh! Think you know everything there is to know about Pirates Week on the Islands? Answer today’s Trivia Challenge correctly… and you could win a trip to the Cayman Islands!
Enter here: http://bit.ly/1l2o0QV

Want to win a trip to the Cayman Islands? Test your knowledge on the Islands’ flower, if you answer correctly you will automatically be entered to win a trip to the Cayman Islands! Enter here: http://bit.ly/1l2o0QV

There is a unique semi-precious gemstone that is believed to be on the islands, think you know what it is?
Answer today’s Trivia Challenge correct and be entered to win a trip to the Cayman Islands! Enter here: http://bit.ly/1l2o0QV

Want to get married in the Cayman Islands? Answer today’s Trivia Challenge to test your knowledge on the requirements!
If you answer correctly and you could win a gift basket or the grand prize of a trip to the islands! http://bit.ly/1l2o0QV

We would like to welcome Deputy Premier Moses Kirkconnell and the Vice President of FIFA and President of CONCACAF Mr. Jeffrey Webb to the CONCACAF Girls' Under 15 Tournament reception... What a great tournament it has been so far with 16 teams.

In celebration of Cayman Airways' 46th Anniversary, we’re asking you to take a selfie with Sir Turtle and show the world that you #flyhappy.
Visit http://bit.ly/flyhappycontest for entry requirements and enter for a chance to win round-trip air tickets to Grand Cayman!

From the birthplace of recreational diving comes a celebration of community and commendation. Legends will be honoured by the International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame—Lionfish will be hunted. From culling certification to new equipment demos, our operators are standing by to start this week with a splash. As always, each event embraces the eco-efforts our dive destination is known for.
For more information, please visit http://bit.ly/LegendandLions

Win air transport for 2 to the Cayman Islands in celebration of Cayman Airways Ltd. 46th Anniversary by taking a selfie with #SirTurtle. You can download your Sir Turtle image by visiting http://bit.ly/flyhappycontest
Post image to Instagram, Twitter or Facebook using #flyhappy

Now’s the time to plan your plunge at Legends & Lions: a Scuba Extravaganza. Legends will be honoured and lionfish will be hunted at this week of wonder, October 4 – 11, 2014. Dive or dine alongside members of the International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame. Become a certified culler. See everything there is under the sea when you purchase a 7-­‐night package with 6-­‐days of diving. For additional information, visit www.divecayman.ky/scuba14.

In celebration of Cayman Airways' 46th Anniversary, we’re asking you to take a selfie with Sir Turtle and show the world that you #flyhappy.
Visit www.caymanislands.ky/flyhappy for a chance to win round-trip tickets to Grand Cayman!

MUST TRY: Take a drive to one of the local fish fries and indulge in a tasty meal of Fried Fish and Fritters on the beach! #CulinaryCapital #CaymanIslands
Learn more by visiting http://bit.ly/friedfish

Earn up to 2,000 bonus SkyMiles when you book your Cayman Islands getaway with Delta Vacation. Book by July 22, 2014 and save an extra 25% on airfare from select origins. http://bit.ly/DeltaVacationsCI

Feel the warmth and charm of the Cayman Islands this summer with Delta Vacations. When you book your flight and hotel vacation to Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac or Little Cayman, you can receive up to $500 in air credits per booking. Book by July 22, 2014 and save an extra 25% on airfare from select origins. Visit http://bit.ly/DeltaVacationsCI to take advantage of this offer.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for Ice Cream! Check out our #CaymankindNYC Ice Cream truck at the corner of Trinity Place and Liberty Street for a free treat on us!
http://www.caymanislands.ky/caymankindnyc.aspx

DID SOMEONE SAY FREE ICE CREAM?
New York, meet our #CaymankindNYC Ice Cream truck at the corner of Wall Street and Water Street for a sweet treat and enter for a chance to win a trip to the Cayman Islands!
Keep an eye out for our truck today as we spread some Caymankindness around Downtown New York. .
http://www.caymanislands.ky/caymankindnyc.aspx

Looking for travel inspiration? BuzzFeed rates the Cayman Islands Instagram account (@VisitCaymanIslands) as one of the 12 accounts that will make you want to be a bold traveler! Follow us on Instagram and be inspired! www.instagram.com/visitcaymanislands

They are back! Congratulations to the family of Borden's Pizza on their reopening today. This restaurant has been a Caymanian tradition since 1970. Like their page on Facebook and when you are on island visit them at Trafalgar's Place on West Bay Road.

Welcome to Ask a Local Live—Cayman Islands’ monthly live question and answer series. This month our guest is Jahaira Goodwin. Jahaira is an employee of the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism and brings more than 15 years of travel industry experience. Jahaira hails from the district of Bodden Town in Grand Cayman. She is happy to answer your questions now. Please type all questions within the comments section of this post and image.

Join us for June's edition of Ask A Local Live on Tuesday June 3, 2014. The chat will be hosted on our Facebook page. This month's host is Jahaira Goodwin. Jahaira is an employee of the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism and brings more than 17 years of travel industry experience and will be happy to answer your Summer travel and Family vacation questions tomorrow.

Planning a trip to the Cayman Islands? Request a brochure or simply download our Destination Guide to help you with your planning efforts and see how to make your Cayman Islands vacation unforgettable!

This is not just a coconut on the beach....It's a reminder that the best vacation you will ever have will be you on the beach drinking this drink and then, only then, can you say you're at Happy Hour. #TGIF www.onlyincayman.com

If the $100,000 in prizes doesn't entice you, then maybe the idea of swimming in some of the clearest, bluest waters in the world will. Sign up for the Flowers Sea Swim and experience the richest ( & Bluest :)) open water race in the world!

If the $100,000 in prizes doesn't entice you, then maybe the idea of swimming in some of the clearest, bluest waters in the world will. Sign up for the Flowers Sea Swim and experience the richest ( & Bluest :)) open water race in the world!

The whole team will cherish this trip! Sign up for the Miami Dolphins Youth Football camp in Grand Cayman and score a touchdown for your family vacation this summer. Camp starts July 23, 2014! For more information, visit http://bit.ly/miamidolphin

Being #CaymanShades Cool - A day at Camana Bay Fan Page
Grab a bite to eat from one of the many great restaurants or simply indulge in a sweet treat from Gelato & Co and enjoy your meal on the water's edge whilst you watch the kids play in the water fountains at the Imagination Playground.
P.S Don't forget to bring sunscreen!

We took our cool #CaymanShades for a jog yesterday in preparation for the Cayman Islands Marathon in December and took a moment to take in the beauty of running along the South coast of Grand Cayman. What's your favorite jogging route in the Cayman Islands?
For more information on the Cayman Islands Marathon, visit www.caymanislands.ky/marathon

We took our cool #CaymanShades for a jog yesterday in preparation for the Cayman Islands Marathon in December and took a moment to take in the beauty of running along the South coast of Grand Cayman. What's your favorite jogging route in the Cayman Islands?
For more information on the Cayman Islands Marathon, visit www.caymanislands.ky/marathon

Tonight we are experiencing for the first time Ortanique Restaurant Camana Bay Fan Page dinner + movies special. So for only $80 you get a three course meal for two plus movie tickets. Happening only on Wednesday nights.

Welcome to Ask A Local Live. Today we're live with the organizer of Cayman Carnival Batabano; Donna Myrie-Stephen from 1pm to 2pm EDT. Ask her all your Cayman Carnival related questions and she'll be more than happy to answer them for you

Welcome to Ask A Local Live. Today we're live with the organizer of Cayman Carnival Batabano; Donna Myrie-Stephen from 1pm to 2pm EDT. Ask her all your Cayman Carnival related questions and she'll be more than happy to answer them for you

Welcome to Ask A Local Live. Today we're live with the organizer of Cayman Carnival Batabano; Donna Myrie-Stephen from 1pm to 2pm EDT. Ask her all your Cayman Carnival related questions and she'll be more than happy to answer them for you

Don't forget to join us today at 1pm EDT for a chat with Donna Myrie-Stephen about the upcoming Cayman Carnival Batabano! Who's excited to see all the beautiful costumes dazzling on the streets of George Town this weekend?

Enter the Dine Out! giveaway for your chance to win over $10,000 in gift certificates from some of Cayman’s best restaurants. Winners are announced every Friday and the chances of winning are high as there are over 140 prizes to be won with lots of other great offers and a culinary weekend at the The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa